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Balcony

Hibiscus

🐾 Pet-safe

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Category
Balcony
Light
Full sun
Watering
Every 3-4 days
Difficulty
Moderate
Mature size
1.5-2.5m shrub, prunable to size
Pet safety
Non-toxic to cats and dogs.

Growing note

Needs a genuinely large container — at least 14-16 inches — to flower well long-term, which is why potted hibiscus often disappoints on a small balcony. Feed regularly through the growing season for continuous blooms.

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